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Embroidery lovers, expand your stitching repertoire to include
punch needle! Discover the art of punch needle with this collection
of 11 special projects from Japanese embroidery artist Yumiko
Higuchi. This series of sweet little projects will teach you how to
achieve rich, three-dimensional textures and finishes with your
fibre art, all using a punch needle pen and embroidery floss. In
this curated collection, Yumiko offers her simple, modern spin on
classic embroidery projects, including brooches, pouches, coasters,
samplers, pillows, and hoop art. Inspired by the colours and shapes
of nature, her designs feature fruit, flowers, leaves, gemstones,
and animals. She explores different punch needle techniques,
utilizing traditional embroidery floss to create a variety of
textures and shapes. This lovely introduction to punch needle is
designed for modern makers who love Yumiko Higuchi's style and are
interested in exploring this fun craft. Once you get started with
this rhythmic, meditative needle art, you won't be able to stop!
Discover the joy of embroidery with wool! In this fresh collection
of botanical-inspired motifs, Yumiko Higuchi combines wool thread
with cotton floss for a modern twist on embroidery. Wool thread
creates fluffy, three-dimensional embroidery with a soft, warm
texture. Because of its voluminous nature, wool thread stitches up
quickly, allowing you to create bold embroidery designs with ease.
The collection includes 24 stunning motifs featuring mushrooms,
dandelions, poppies, pansies, butterflies, birds, and more, all
stitched in vibrant, eye-catching colours. You’ll also find
instructions for simple projects that are perfect for showcasing
your wool embroidery.
Author of the very successful Simply Stitched, this new book by
Yumiko Higuchi combines embroidery stitches with hand applique.
Learn how to use felt, cotton and linen to create beautifully
layered designs full of texture and contrast, then embellish with
just a handful of basic embroidery stitches. With over 30 motifs
inspired by nature, you'll find designs for hydrangeas, sunflowers,
lilacs, tulips, poppies, birds, bees, strawberries and more. Use
these motifs to create any of the sophisticated bags, pincushions,
coasters, tea towels and wall art projects included in the book, or
be inspired to design your own.
Beloved Japanese embroidery artist, Yumiko Higuchi's freshest
collection of motifs, is showcased here on a variety of purses,
wallets, and bags. Inside, you'll find an assortment of simple,
folk-inspired floral and animal designs stitched in Yumiko's
signature style, as well nine lovely bag patterns inspired by the
motifs. Beautiful step-by-step photos clearly explain Yumiko
Higuchi's favourite techniques for sewing bags, installing metal
purse clasps, and making pompom and tassel embellishments. Use
these lovely embroidery motifs to make stunning, one-of-a-kind
bags, or be inspired to design your own unique projects.
Stitch simple and striking embroidery designs with wool, cotton, pearl cotton, and metallic threads.
Japanese artist Yumiko Higuchi is celebrated for her embroidery designs with a Scandinavian flair. The motifs and patterns she offers here are true to her trademark zakka style: simple and graphic yet softened with organic shapes and imagery drawn from nature. The result is embroidery that feels modern and nostalgic all at once. In Embroidered Botanicals, Higuchi offers 39 embroidery projects highlighting the distinctive quality of different threads. With motifs created specifically for different types of thread-wool, cotton, pearl cotton, and metallic-makers will become better versed in the materials available to them. With beautiful photographs, clear step-by-step instructions, and detailed diagrams, this book will be an inspiring guide for those new to embroidery and a fresh and unique offering for those experienced with needle and thread.
Combine cotton and wool thread to create embroidery motifs and
projects that are beautiful, contemporary and great for beginners!
Through her unique combination of wool and cotton thread, designer
Yumiko Higuchi reinvents traditional embroidery for modern makers.
Simply Stitched includes 20 beautiful embroidery motifs, plus
project and instructions. Use these stunning designs to create
accessories, clothing, and home decor.
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